Buying a brand new Hyundai i20 4 door car help

LPLA74 on 07/07/2013 - 17:37
Last edited 07/07/2013 - 21:09 by 1 other user

Hey Guys

I have done some research on here in different forums and stuff, and also test driven the car at my local Hyundai dealership/showroom

I was just wondering how I can negotiate the deal with them at the Hyundai dealership/showroom as I have never purchased a new car before?

Just need some bargaining ideas and stuff so I can get a good deal for the car

I am keen to buy the i20 basic active model in 4 door with automatic transmission

Thanks!

NB. My local showroom/dealership is Norris Motors Hyundai in Nundah (QLD, brisbane).

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  wharlie on 07/07/2013 - 17:50

  +1

  Pretty hard to get much discount on small cars, I don't think there is much margin for the dealer.
  If you buy white you will save money over metallic paints.
  Get them to throw in window tint and mats.
  Don't let them ever talk you into the paint or fabric protection, it's a ripoff.
  We bought an i20 in Jan and could only get $500 off the asking price.
  Beware of cheap deals that are older models, verify the model year (MY) and the year on the compliance plate before signing.
  Go onto carsales.com.au and compare new car prices from different dealers.
  We bought white 3dr manual for $13500 MY13.

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    PLA74 on 12/07/2013 - 00:43

    Thank you wharlie for the info.

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  sam-1966 on 08/07/2013 - 08:01

  We just bought one of these second hand - 2012 model (14 months old), 23,000 on the clock, so it still has a good balance of the 5 year warranty. 5 door, auto, active model.

  $13,990 from Koala Cars at Strathpine. Extremely happy with the service there and the car.

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    PLA74 on 12/07/2013 - 00:43

    Thank you sam-1996 for the info.

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  [Deactivated] on 08/07/2013 - 12:02

  • Buy late in the month when salesmen are trying to get their "quotas" up.
  • Check the web for best prices around Qld and northern NSW and use this as your bargaining reference point. Make sure it is a DRIVE-AWAY NO-MORE-TO-PAY price in every case.
  • If you aren't confident take someone with you who can help with the bargaining.
  • Don't get locked into your local dealer if he isn't competitive. Ring around for Brisbane prices but tell them up front what drive away price (approximately) you're looking for and ask if they can match or get close to it. They often get "enquiries" about prices and will simply roll out the RRP but if they know you're serious and ready to deal they will get close to their bottom line. You'll always do better face to face.
  • What they tell you is the best price never is. You need to show them you are ready to buy and have done your homework (competition is key), then they will get serious about prices and/or options to make the package worthwhile. Sit down with a salesperson and go through all the options - don't just ask "what's the best price".
  • If you can't get a similar price to one being advertised elsewhere then ask them to throw in free mats, headlight protectors (both worth sfa to be honest) AND a deal on servicing. They may not have much margin on the car price but they have plenty of room on accessories and servicing.
  • As Wharlie said tell them straight out that you are not interested in paint/fabric/rust protection or extended warranties.
  • You should get "thousands" ($1500 minimum) off if you buy a 2012 plated new car. Check before you buy!
  • You might want a specific colour but they might also give you a better deal on a different one they have sitting on the lot. Your choice.
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    PLA74 on 12/07/2013 - 00:43

    Thank you possumbly for the info.